When we originally travelled out to the USA, we intended to go into Canada from about mid June until around September , then re-enter the USA thinking our 6 month I94 would be reset by entering Canada
THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT THE CASE! You must leave North America completely.
As we do not fancy flying in July when our current I94 will expire due to Covid 19, we have applied to extend our visa using I539.
Currently, you must use the most recent version of the form dated 10/15/19, earlier forms are not accepted. If submitting online, each person will be required to pay $340. the main applicant will use form I539, each additional applicant in the group (Spouse, child) will need to complete form I539A. If you submit by post, you will only pay $340 to include all applicants. In addition, each applicant will need to pay $85 for a Biometric interview.
The address you send the form to differs depending on the postage carrier, USPS posting goes to Dallas. Once they acknowledge receipt of the forms, you may stay in the USA and assume your request has been granted, until you are notified differently. If you are paying by credit or debit card, you will need to complete form G1450. You will also need to include a written statement as to why you want to extend, why it will not affect your employment, proof that you have financial means to cover your stay, and that you intend to return to your home address at the end (copy of flight booking)
On the USCIS website, form M752 will give tips on completing you application.
As our case progresses, we will update this topic to help anyone else considering extending their stay.
TonyL
THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT THE CASE! You must leave North America completely.
As we do not fancy flying in July when our current I94 will expire due to Covid 19, we have applied to extend our visa using I539.
Currently, you must use the most recent version of the form dated 10/15/19, earlier forms are not accepted. If submitting online, each person will be required to pay $340. the main applicant will use form I539, each additional applicant in the group (Spouse, child) will need to complete form I539A. If you submit by post, you will only pay $340 to include all applicants. In addition, each applicant will need to pay $85 for a Biometric interview.
The address you send the form to differs depending on the postage carrier, USPS posting goes to Dallas. Once they acknowledge receipt of the forms, you may stay in the USA and assume your request has been granted, until you are notified differently. If you are paying by credit or debit card, you will need to complete form G1450. You will also need to include a written statement as to why you want to extend, why it will not affect your employment, proof that you have financial means to cover your stay, and that you intend to return to your home address at the end (copy of flight booking)
On the USCIS website, form M752 will give tips on completing you application.
As our case progresses, we will update this topic to help anyone else considering extending their stay.
TonyL